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Ayurvedic and Herbal Supplements: Which Should You Choose?
KINGRAY ADVICE · INGREDIENT COMPARISON
Ayurvedic and Herbal Supplements: Which Should You Choose?
Ashwagandha, shatavari, tulsi or boswellia? This guide compares raw materials, powders and extracts, quantities per daily serving and pack sizes. It also includes a mushroom extract, shilajit and other materials that are not all Ayurvedic plants.
Contents
What to compare
Start with the ingredient name and the plant part used. Then compare the processing form, quantity per capsule and recommended daily serving, full ingredients including the capsule shell, and number of capsules per pack. The colour of a product range is a visual identifier, not a quality rating.
Powder, extract and DER
Plant powders and extracts are different processing forms. A powder is made by grinding the raw material; an extract is obtained by extraction. For extracts, check the plant part, DER, extraction solvent and standardisation where stated.
DER describes the ratio of starting material to the resulting extract. A ratio of 10 : 1 alone does not state the amount of a specific compound or make all extracts comparable. Calculations require knowing whether the ratio refers to the native extract or a preparation containing carriers.
17 products at a glance
The table uses the information in the source article. Check it against the current product label before choosing; pack sizes and recommended servings may differ by market. Select a product name to open its local-language page.
| Product | Form stated in the source | Quantity per daily serving | Capsules per pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashwagandha Withania somnifera |
Root extract, DER 10 : 1 | 900 mg | 120 |
| Shatavari Asparagus racemosus |
Root extract, DER 10 : 1 | 900 mg | 120 |
| Tulsi Ocimum tenuiflorum |
Whole-plant powder | 900 mg | 120 |
| Boswellia Boswellia serrata |
Resin extract, DER 10 : 1 | 900 mg | 120 |
| Turmeric with black pepper Curcuma longa / Piper nigrum |
Plant powders | 900 mg | 120 |
| Moringa Moringa oleifera |
Leaf extract, DER 10 : 1 | 900 mg | 120 |
| Shilajit – mumio Asphaltum |
Purified extract, DER 10 : 1 | 900 mg | 120 |
| Aloe vera Aloe barbadensis |
Extract, DER 10 : 1 | 900 mg | 120 |
| Reishi Ganoderma lucidum |
Fruiting-body extract | 900 mg | 120 |
| Graviola Annona muricata |
Leaf extract, DER 10 : 1 | 900 mg | 120 |
| Berberine |
Berberine hydrochloride | 1 000 mg | 60 |
| Milk thistle Silybum marianum |
Extract, DER 10 : 1 | 1 000 mg | 60 |
| Resveratrol – grape skins Vitis vinifera |
Grape skin extract, DER 10 : 1 | 1 000 mg | 60 |
| Aronia Aronia melanocarpa |
Fruit powder | 1 000 mg | 60 |
| Apple cider vinegar |
Powdered vinegar | 1 000 mg | 60 |
| Saw palmetto Serenoa repens |
Fruit extract, DER 10 : 1 | 1 000 mg | 60 |
| Alfalfa Medicago sativa |
Plant powder | 1 000 mg | 60 |
Understanding quantities
Milligrams of an extract are not automatically milligrams of its individual compounds. For example, 1,000 mg of grape skin extract does not mean 1,000 mg of resveratrol. The turmeric and pepper figure is the combined quantity of both ingredients; the berberine entry states the mass of the hydrochloride. Look for the declared amount of a specific compound on the label.
Frequently asked questions
Does a higher number mean a better product?
Quantity alone is not enough for comparison. Compare the same raw material, plant part, processing form and ingredient information.
Is DER the same as standardisation?
No. DER describes the ratio of raw material to extract. Standardisation states a defined content of a particular compound or group of compounds.
How long does a pack last?
Divide the capsule count by the recommended number per day. At two capsules daily, 120 capsules last 60 days and 60 capsules last 30 days. Follow the label.
Are all the products listed plants?
No. Reishi is a mushroom, and shilajit is a natural material distinct from plant powder. The comparison therefore covers several ingredient categories.
Important information
Follow the recommended serving and warnings on the current label. Food supplements do not replace a varied, balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of young children. If you take medication, have a medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, discuss suitability with a doctor or pharmacist.
